Dubai Healthcare City to highlight e-procurement success at Purchasing Forum

Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), a member of Tatweer has placed itself strategically by adapting integral e-solutions at the very source of supply chain in the form of e-procurement. This has seen them partner with the best names in healthcare globally.

Semih Sen, Director Business Development, DHCC, says, "The unique impact of current globalization trends in healthcare, moving it from a traditionally monopolised and nationalized industry which has recently become liberalised, shall place the region at par with preferred healthcare destinations of the world. Choice of technology and novel applications shall be the edge. Healthcare focused procurement services to be offered by DHCC will enable providers to benefit from cost and time savings and will bring full transparency.'

'At the 5th Middle East Purchasing Forum 2007, we shall share our thoughts on the challenges which encompass the region; challenges which are the source of a unique opportunity if prepared for intelligently,' Mr Sen adds.

Procurement is in the midst of a major transformation, with globalisation and inflationary pressures adding to the pivotal role it plays in an organisation's strategic business plan, in a region which now relies heavily on commerce, beyond oil, as a source of revenue. As IIR Middle East's 5th Purchasing Forum draws closer, a strong turnout is expected by companies across the Middle East seeking to control organisational expenses and generate savings.

"With rave reviews from previous years, this longest running forum in the region is an event like no other, exclusive and relevant to a purchasing manager's integral role in the organisation," says Raza Chevel, Conference Manager, IIR Middle East, organisers of the 5th Middle East Purchasing Forum 2007. The Forum is to be held on 18 - 22 November in Dubai, the re-export hub of the Middle East with an insatiable appetite for regional procurement.